Hong Kong

Securities / Derivatives

Asia Taking Cautious 'Step-by-Step' Approach to Retail Private Markets

By Manesh Samtani | 28/10/2025

Regulators speaking at the ASIFMA Asset Management Conference said they are developing risk-calibrated frameworks while grappling with liquidity, valuation, and investor education challenges.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong, Québec Sign Pact to Ease Cross-Border Fund Management

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/10/2025

The agreement adds Québec to Hong Kong’s list of acceptable inspection regimes, simplifying market access for its asset managers.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong MPFA to Boost Resources for New eMPF Platform

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/10/2025

The MPFA is directing a major service upgrade for the new eMPF Platform and has clarified how the role of financial advisers will the evolve.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong Investors Demand New MPF Products, More Advice

By Manesh Samtani | 27/10/2025

An HKIFA survey reveals strong demand for sustainable and crypto funds, while highlighting a significant gap in professional retirement planning advice.

PetroChina Unit Becomes First to Use New Law to Re-domicile in Hong Kong

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/10/2025

The move by the state-owned enterprise's subsidiary comes as Hong Kong reports strong interest in the streamlined corporate migration process.

Market Infrastructure

HK LegCo Panel Reviews Key Financial Reforms Amid Economic Headwinds

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/10/2025

A legislative report details discussions with regulators on key initiatives, including AI sandboxes, tokenised bonds, and deepening Mainland China market access.

Crypto / Digital Assets

StanChart HK to Launch Crypto ETF Trading in November

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/10/2025

Standard Chartered’s move follows a survey showing that 75 percent of high-net-worth clients are interested in digital assets.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong and Jiangsu Province Sign MoU to Boost Financial Ties

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/10/2025

The agreement aims to deepen cooperation in capital markets, private equity, fintech, and wealth management, connecting Jiangsu firms with Hong Kong’s international financial services.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong Signals Further Listing Reforms, Eyes Tokenised ETFs

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/10/2025

Officials have outlined plans to further refine Hong Kong's listing rules and promote innovative products like tokenised ETFs.